Research Postdoctoral Fellow - Climate Change and Sustainability - Chan Laboratory

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A Brief Overview

Under the direction/guidance of a mentor (principal investigator), assumes responsibility for a specific, on-going research project. The experience will serve to extend, refine and enhance skills necessary for professional and career development, and will enable the individual to broaden his/her scientific background by acquiring new research capabilities. It is expected that this individual will conduct independent scholarly research, and will contribute directly to the overall research goals of the project and the research group.

This role will be expected to participate in project planning, recording and interpretation/evaluation of data, and communication of results. This position will also be expected to acquire technical, lab management, and manuscript/grant writing skills; and participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentations at national meetings. This role also may be required to supervise junior lab members, develop new methods and protocols for research, and assist with the development of other research projects in the lab.

About the Laboratory

The Chan Lab at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking a highly motivated and innovative postdoctoral researcher with interests in climate change and environmental sustainability. The postdoctoral fellow will focus on research related to biodiversity conservation, reducing pollution, and mitigating climate change as strategies to improve global health outcomes.

This position offers the opportunity to enhance skills in data analysis, draft manuscripts for publication, and contribute to grant applications. Our lab’s portfolio includes a broad range of initiatives, such as multi-country clinical trials, epidemiologic cohort studies, and innovations in technology and data science.

Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic reviews of the literature and analysis of climate change on maternal and child health outcomes as well as interventions to improve sustainability
• Analyze datasets to address research questions and contribute to co-authoring manuscripts
• Lead and support data management activities including cleaning and analysis
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and partners on projects, including developing study protocols, obtaining IRB approvals, and implementing research activities
• Contribute to grant writing, preparation of technical reports, and dissemination of research findings

Qualifications

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal, written, visualization and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in STATA or R, with evidence of clear coding skills with detailed annotation
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a culturally diverse and international team
• Additional qualifications
• Two or more years of technical expertise and project management skills in conducting research studies
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail and excellent time management, with meticulous and consistent follow-through of projects are required
• Problem-solving mindset and a goal-oriented work ethic
• Experience working with institutional review boards, regulatory bodies, and academic and governmental institutions
• Position details
• This is a 1-year position with potential for renewal based on performance and funding
• The position is based in Philadelphia

What you will do

• Conduct independent scholarly research and develop new methods and protocols
• Participate in project planning, recording and evaluation of data
• Acquire technical, lab management and grant writing skills
• Participate in seminars, lectures, poster sessions and presentation at national meetings
• Supervise junior lab members
• Assist with other research projects
• Education Qualifications
• Doctorate - Required
• Doctoral degree in epidemiology, statistics, data science, or a related field (preferred)
• Skills and Abilities
• Ability to wear a respirator device
• To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.
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